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Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 06-2019
Publisher: Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences
Date: 09-2016
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 29-10-2020
DOI: 10.1002/JSFA.10871
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2022
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 04-2018
DOI: 10.1016/J.BIOPHA.2018.01.155
Abstract: During the last few decades, cancer has mushroomed as a major health issue and almost all drugs used for its therapy are very toxic with lethal side effects. Complementary and alternative medicines gain popularity among health professionals in recent era owing to its preventive mechanism against side effect chemotherapeutic drugs. Efforts are focused by scientists to isolate compounds from medicinal plant that have chemotherapeutic attributes and ability to neutralize the side effects of chemotherapy. Ginseng is an oriental medicinal recipe from Araliceae family and Panax species. The chemotherapeutic effect of ginsenoside is resultant of its appetites, anti-proliferative, anti-angiogenic, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. The anticancer effect of ginseng is proven in various types of cancer, including breast, lung, liver, colon and skin cancer. It increases the mitochondrial accumulation of apoptosis protein and downregulate the expression of anti-apoptotic protein. It also aids in the reduction of alopecia, fatigue and nausea, the known side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs. The aim of the present review is to provide the brief review of the recent researches related to mechanism of action of ginseng in different types of cancer as complementary and alternative medicine on different body organs.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2019
DOI: 10.1016/J.MSEC.2019.02.101
Abstract: An improved active packaging system was developed for fresh fruits using silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) coupled with calcium alginate (Ca-ALG). For the synthesis of AgNPs aqueous, ethanol and methanol extracts of Artemisia scoparia (AS) were used. These AgNP's were characterized using UV-Vis, SEM, EDS, AFM, FTIR and gel electrophoresis. Ethanol extract of AS (ASE) produced AgNPs with smallest size in comparison to aqueous AS (ASA) and methanol extract of AS (ASM). AgNPs synthesized from ASE had a size range of 12.0-23.3 nm and were tested on Human Corneal Epithelial Cells to evaluate their cytotoxicity. At 0.05 ng/mL of AgNP's concentration, no toxic effects were observed on the evaluated cell line. Therefore, 0.05 ng/mL of AgNPs mixed with edible coating of Ca-ALG were applied on strawberries and loquats as active coating to increase their shelf life. Significant improvement was observed in the quality parameters of strawberries and loquats such as microbial analysis, acidity loss, soluble solid content loss, weight loss and quality decay. Ca-ALG coating incorporated with AgNPs enhanced the shelf life of strawberries and loquats in comparison to no treatment and simple Ca-ALG coatings. This study provides an insight to food industry to extend the shelf life of fresh fruits using AgNP's formulated coatings.
Publisher: Hindawi Limited
Date: 30-08-2022
DOI: 10.1111/JFPP.16998
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 05-2021
DOI: 10.1002/WFP2.12026
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 05-2017
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 08-11-2013
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 05-2020
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 02-12-2022
DOI: 10.3390/APP122312347
Abstract: Anthocyanins (ACNs) are polyphenolic, water-soluble pigments, and phytochemicals, which in recent years, have garnered the interest of consumers, researchers, and industries for their various potential preventative and/or therapeutic health benefits and applications in the food industry. ACN-based processed foods have emerged as functional foods with significant therapeutic potential against various health conditions. However, their wider application in food and pharmaceutical formulations is hindered by their inherent instability under different environmental conditions, such as pH, light, and temperature, rendering them non-functional due to loss of biological activity. The current review focuses on the frequently used bio-based encapsulation materials for ACN-based delivery systems and their formulation techniques. Various bio-based materials including pectin, gums, pectin, proteins, lipids, phospholipids, and their conjugates are being widely used for targeted delivery and controlled release of bioactive compounds and drugs. The incorporation of advanced technologies seems to be promising in the context of extraction, encapsulation, and storage of ACNs. However, more comprehensive studies are required for the application of encapsulated ACNs in various food products, and improvements in their stability under different processing conditions.
Publisher: The Korean Society of Food Preservation
Date: 12-2022
DOI: 10.11002/KJFP.2022.29.7.1013
Abstract: Food irradiation technology (FIT) is a non-thermal processing that covers all significant aspects of food processing and preservation such as shelf-life extension, natural flavour maintenance, chemical-free preservation, and pathogen reduction. Excessive irradiation dosages can have negative consequences on food, which may include a reduction in functional and sensory qualities. On the other hand, the standard dose can have a positive influence, such as phytosanitary treatments, detoxifying aflatoxins, reducing pathogenic microorganism growth, reducing allergenicity of food allergens and increasing the product’s shelf life. Consumer acceptance, prejudice, incorrect information, stringent legal and regulatory restrictions, and a subsequent unwillingness of food makers and the food trade to employ the latest technology are all impediments to FIT.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 08-08-2014
DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2011.646364
Abstract: Onion (Allium cepa L.) is found in various regions of Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa. It is one of the classic ex les of Allium species used not only for culinary preparations but also for medicinal purposes. Onion with a variety of purposes is often used as a raw material in many dishes and accepts almost all of the traditions and culture. Owing to its storage characteristics and durability of shipping, onions have been traded more widely than most vegetables. The pungent fractions of garlic are mostly sulfur-containing moieties while its two chemical groups have marked effect on human health. These are flavonoids and ALK (EN)-based cysteine sulfoxides (ACSOs). Compounds in onions have been reported with a range of health benefits, including anticancer properties, antiplatelet activity, antithrombotic activity, antiasthmatic activity, and antibiotic effects.
Publisher: No publisher found
Date: 2014
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 03-2024
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 06-12-2012
DOI: 10.3109/09637486.2012.749840
Abstract: For the isolation of probiotic cultures of Streptococcus thermophilus from dahi, we collected 120 s les from the southern regions of Punjab, Pakistan. Eleven isolates were obtained, and six were scrutinized for antibacterial activities against food-borne pathogens. The carbohydrate fermentation profile of these six strains was determined by the API50 CHL system. Additionally, these strains were lified for their 16S rRNA regions to confirm their genotypic relationship. Furthermore, phenotypic characteristics among these strains were established by S-layer protein analysis of their cell walls by sodium dodecyl sulphate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis and by plasmid profiling. The outer cell wall layers of these strains have 6-14 different sizes of protein bands of 27, 34, 37, 40, 45 and 60 kDa molecular weight. Similarly, except S02FT, all strains have a single prominent plasmid of 23 kbp, whereas S02FT has an additional plasmid of 9 kbp. On the basis of this unique feature and a wide spectrum of killing patterns against pathogenic bacteria, S. thermophilus S02FT was further characterized. This culture showed an optimum antibacterial activity of 800 AU/ml at pH 5.0-5.5 and a temperature of 30-37°C. It grows well in in vitro acidic conditions and tolerates bile salt up to 2% concentration. It was resistant to nalidixic acid, ciprofloxacin, gentamicin and sulphamethoxazol, but showed intermediate behaviour to vancomycin and erythromycin.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 09-2017
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 29-03-2020
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 11-09-2023
Publisher: Hindawi Limited
Date: 29-08-2022
DOI: 10.1111/JFPP.17051
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2017
Publisher: Elsevier
Date: 2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 04-2015
Publisher: BMJ
Date: 24-08-2020
DOI: 10.1136/INJURYPREV-2019-043531
Abstract: While there is a long history of measuring death and disability from injuries, modern research methods must account for the wide spectrum of disability that can occur in an injury, and must provide estimates with sufficient demographic, geographical and temporal detail to be useful for policy makers. The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2017 study used methods to provide highly detailed estimates of global injury burden that meet these criteria. In this study, we report and discuss the methods used in GBD 2017 for injury morbidity and mortality burden estimation. In summary, these methods included estimating cause-specific mortality for every cause of injury, and then estimating incidence for every cause of injury. Non-fatal disability for each cause is then calculated based on the probabilities of suffering from different types of bodily injury experienced. GBD 2017 produced morbidity and mortality estimates for 38 causes of injury. Estimates were produced in terms of incidence, prevalence, years lived with disability, cause-specific mortality, years of life lost and disability-adjusted life-years for a 28-year period for 22 age groups, 195 countries and both sexes. GBD 2017 demonstrated a complex and sophisticated series of analytical steps using the largest known database of morbidity and mortality data on injuries. GBD 2017 results should be used to help inform injury prevention policy making and resource allocation. We also identify important avenues for improving injury burden estimation in the future.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 09-2018
DOI: 10.1016/J.FOODCHEM.2018.04.054
Abstract: The formulation, physicochemical stability and bioaccessibility of astaxanthin (AST) loaded oil-in-water nanoemulsions fabricated using gypenosides (GPs) as natural emulsifiers was investigated and compared with a synthetic emulsifier (Tween 20) that is commonly applied in food industry. GPs were capable of producing nanoemulsions with a small volume mean diameter (d
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 09-2023
Publisher: FapUNIFESP (SciELO)
Date: 06-2014
Publisher: BMJ
Date: 24-04-2020
DOI: 10.1136/INJURYPREV-2019-043494
Abstract: Past research in population health trends has shown that injuries form a substantial burden of population health loss. Regular updates to injury burden assessments are critical. We report Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2017 Study estimates on morbidity and mortality for all injuries. We reviewed results for injuries from the GBD 2017 study. GBD 2017 measured injury-specific mortality and years of life lost (YLLs) using the Cause of Death Ensemble model. To measure non-fatal injuries, GBD 2017 modelled injury-specific incidence and converted this to prevalence and years lived with disability (YLDs). YLLs and YLDs were summed to calculate disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). In 1990, there were 4 260 493 (4 085 700 to 4 396 138) injury deaths, which increased to 4 484 722 (4 332 010 to 4 585 554) deaths in 2017, while age-standardised mortality decreased from 1079 (1073 to 1086) to 738 (730 to 745) per 100 000. In 1990, there were 354 064 302 (95% uncertainty interval: 338 174 876 to 371 610 802) new cases of injury globally, which increased to 520 710 288 (493 430 247 to 547 988 635) new cases in 2017. During this time, age-standardised incidence decreased non-significantly from 6824 (6534 to 7147) to 6763 (6412 to 7118) per 100 000. Between 1990 and 2017, age-standardised DALYs decreased from 4947 (4655 to 5233) per 100 000 to 3267 (3058 to 3505). Injuries are an important cause of health loss globally, though mortality has declined between 1990 and 2017. Future research in injury burden should focus on prevention in high-burden populations, improving data collection and ensuring access to medical care.
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 22-02-2023
Publisher: Japanese Society for Food Science and Technology
Date: 2013
DOI: 10.3136/FSTR.19.97
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2016
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2012
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 23-07-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2018
DOI: 10.1016/J.FOODCHEM.2018.02.062
Abstract: In this study ginseng saponins (GS) were used as natural emulsifiers to formulate and stabilize O/W nanoemulsions loaded with astaxanthin (AST). GS were found to be highly effective at reducing the interfacial tension at the soybean oil-water interfaces, and were capable of producing nano-scaled droplets (d
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 12-2019
DOI: 10.1016/J.COLSURFB.2019.110508
Abstract: Extensive utilization of silver nanoparticles (AgNP) has raised concerns of their safety profile upon interaction with biological system. In past decade, various nanoparticles (NPs) with excellent antimicrobial potential have been synthesized, a majority of which have struggled with the established toxicity in biological systems. The NPs safety is still a hot debate and various strategies are being adopted to overcome this giant limitation. This paper successfully reports comparative toxicity profiles of previously synthesized antimicrobial NPs in our lab and concludes the effectiveness of biologically synthesized NPs for its safe usage in biological systems. In this study, five of our previously synthesized NPs that showed excellent antimicrobial potential were compared for their in vivo toxicity and corresponding radical scavenging activities. Based on lowest morbidity, mortality, weight loss, toxicity and agglomeration profile, best NPs with highest antimicrobial potentials were screened out and used for further biomedical applications. The previously reported NPs used in this study included Aerva javanica synthesized nanoparticles (AjNPs), Heliotropium crispium synthesized nanoparticles (HcNPs), and violacein capped nanoparticles (VNPs), these showed least toxicity upon in vivo histological analysis. AjNPs among them showed maximum safety and efficacy profile and consistently showed least production of reactive oxygen species, least mortality and morbidity rate as compared to other groups. Present study establishes that all these biologically synthesized NPs and specifically AjNPs can be efficiently employed as antimicrobial agents as they have not exhibited toxic profile and have shown least accumulation into the organs such as liver spleen and kidney.
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 30-12-2021
DOI: 10.1111/IJFS.15515
Abstract: The study was conducted to produce ergocalciferol (Vit‐D 2 ) loaded oil‐in‐water (O/W) emulsions utilising the onion skin waste saponins (OSW) as a natural emulsifier and almond oil as carrier oil. The impact of different formulations upon the digestibility of lipids, LCT (long‐chain triglycerides) or MCT (medium‐chain triglycerides), and bioaccessibility of Vit‐D 2 was analysed. The mean particle size diameter of almond oil‐based O/W emulsions was decreased with increasing homogenisation pressure and emulsifier concentration. During 120 mins of digestion in small intestinal fluids (SIF), almond oil in high‐lipid emulsions (5% w/w) was not fully digested, resulting in a lower bioaccessibility of ergocalciferol than low‐lipid s les. Almond oil emulsions with larger particle size have a slower rate of lipid digestion than the smaller size particles, but the release rate of free fatty acids was constant throughout the digestion process. Moreover, almond oil emulsions showed similar Vit‐D 2 bioaccessibility to the oil‐based emulsions but were much higher than MCTs.
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 28-11-2022
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 06-2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2012
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 08-2020
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 10-07-2019
DOI: 10.1111/IJFS.14264
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 09-2023
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 09-01-2014
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Date: 2017
DOI: 10.1039/C6RA25806A
Abstract: This study highlights the synthesis of starch and violacein capped AgNPs through reducing agents. The violacein capped AgNPs are more stable than starch capped AgNPs and have more potent antimicrobial activities in comparison to starch capped AgNPs.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2018
DOI: 10.1016/J.FOODRES.2018.04.053
Abstract: Betanin is the main pigment of the food color beetroot red (E162). Due to the fair heat and light stability of E162, this pigment is mainly used in minimally processed packaged food products. Encapsulation increases the stability of betanin, but detailing on the effect of different sources of betanin on the properties and stability of multiple emulsions are scarce. Here we describe the encapsulation of E162, spray-dried beetroot juice and betanin in a monodisperse food-grade water-in-oil-in-water (W/O/W) emulsions by using microchannel emulsification. We compare the tinctorial strength of the encapsulated pigments and investigate the effect of temperature, storage period and pigment concentration on emulsion stability and color. Betanin increases the overall stability of the W/O/W emulsion, reduce the oil droplet size and improve size distribution when compared to the negative control without pigment and to emulsions containing betanin from other sources.
Publisher: Japanese Society of Toxicology
Date: 2013
DOI: 10.2131/JTS.38.237
Abstract: The oral intubation of chlorpyrifos, an extensively used organophosphate insecticide, was tested for its capability to induce in vivo genotoxic upshot in blood lymphocytes of 24 male and female Wistar rats using biomarker of genotoxicity. Rats were orally administered with daily doses 3 and 12 mg/kg body weight (BW) of chlorpyrifos (CPF). The blood lymphocytes were harvested after 7 and 14 days of treatment and subjected to bi-nucleus (BN), multi-nucleus (MN) and single cell gel electrophoresis (comet assay) to evaluate the extent of DNA damage. Other than BN and MN assay, damage to DNA was assessed through comet length, height, area, head diameter, head DNA percentage and tail DNA percentage along with tail movement. A significant boost was noticed in the frequency of BN cells formation after 12 mg/kg BW CPF treatment. However, the propensity to produce MN cells was significantly more (P ≤ 0.05) in males than that of females. Likewise, the frequency of comet formation, mean comet length, height and area were more (P ≤ 0.05) in males than females even with 12 mg/kgBW. Comet head DNA % and tail length remained non-significant. Olive movement also revealed a significant increase (P ≤ 0.05) in males than females. The study inferred that the CPF can induce DNA damage in both male and female subjects but more pronounced in the male in iduals.
Publisher: Pakistan Academy of Sciences
Date: 03-03-2023
Abstract: The study was designed to estimate the quality of the frying oils used in northern areas of Pakistan. A cross-sectional analysis was performed to investigate the behavior and common practices of street food vendors (SFVs) regarding oil selection, food preparation, and awareness of rancid oil on human health. Seventy-Eight (78) commercial fried oil s les were evaluated based on the free fatty acid (FFAs), peroxide value (PV), moisture contents (MC), total polar matter (TPM), color, and iodine value (IV). The analysis showed that FFAs, PV, TPM, color, and IV significantly deviated from standard values provided by Pakistan Standard Quality Control Authority, (PSQCA) Pakistan. The SFVs used low-quality oil because of low price and ease of availability over quality, frying oil was changed infrequently and blended with new oil. Furthermore, the majority of SFVs were unaware of the hazards of rancid oil to human health, food handling practices were unsanitary, and cleaning methods were ineffective. Quality control, legislation, and SFVs safety and hygiene training are the most critical requirements to improve the overall quality of fried street foods in Gilgit, Pakistan.
Publisher: Hindawi Limited
Date: 07-07-2023
DOI: 10.1155/2023/3959653
Abstract: The off-flavor disorder is one of the most quality deteriorating and undesirable postharvest physiological disorders in fresh fruits. Over-biosynthesis and accumulation of ethanol metabolism-related metabolites such as acetaldehyde and ethanol have been associated with an alcoholic off-flavor disorder in various fresh fruits at both pre- and postharvest stages. Correspondingly, many studies have reported the association of such off-flavor disorders with several inducing factors, including anaerobic respiration, low O2 stress, high CO2 stress, and storage temperature stress, that upregulate ethanol metabolism in fruits. Furthermore, numerous metabolic and physiological mechanisms that govern ethanol metabolism under such factors are subsequently addressed. These mechanisms include the γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) shunt pathway, mitochondrial energy metabolism, glycolysis, Krebs or TCA cycle, cytosolic malate metabolism, and starch and sugar metabolism. To summarize the relevant findings, the current paper reviews the literature on alcoholic off-flavor disorder, focusing on the role of significant underlying causes and key metabolic and physiological mechanisms in boosting ethanol metabolism in fresh fruits. In addition, recent measures that have been already taken or are in progress to control the higher activity of ethanol metabolism that may eventually result in limiting the alcoholic off-flavor disorder in harvested fresh fruits have also been discussed. Moreover, functions of metabolic mechanisms, including respiratory mechanisms, and other factors such as fruit genetic makeup, degree of maturity, and postharvest handling and storage conditions, are needed to be investigated in future work at both physiological and transcriptomics levels to reveal the additional relation to alcoholic off-flavor disorders in fresh fruits during ripening and storage.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 08-06-2012
DOI: 10.3109/09637486.2012.694851
Abstract: Protein-enriched cookies were prepared by supplementing gram flour into wheat flour at levels of 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40% and 50% and analysed for physicochemical properties. The protein quality of the cookies was assessed by feeding gram flour-supplemented cookies to albino rats for 10 days. The supplementation resulted in a significant increase in protein, fat, crude fibre and ash contents of the cookies. The thickness and spread factor of cookies differ significantly while non-significant effect was observed in the width of the cookies. The protein efficiency ratio, net protein utilization, biological value and true digestibility differed significantly among diets containing cookies with gram flour fed to rats. Cookies with 30% substitution of straight grade flour and gram flour produced acceptable cookies as compared to control. The cookies containing 40-50% gram flour were best regarded as protein bioavailability for rats.
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 08-01-2021
DOI: 10.1186/S12916-020-01876-4
Abstract: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains a public health priority in Latin America. While the burden of HIV is historically concentrated in urban areas and high-risk groups, subnational estimates that cover multiple countries and years are missing. This paucity is partially due to incomplete vital registration (VR) systems and statistical challenges related to estimating mortality rates in areas with low numbers of HIV deaths. In this analysis, we address this gap and provide novel estimates of the HIV mortality rate and the number of HIV deaths by age group, sex, and municipality in Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, and Mexico. We performed an ecological study using VR data ranging from 2000 to 2017, dependent on in idual country data availability. We modeled HIV mortality using a Bayesian spatially explicit mixed-effects regression model that incorporates prior information on VR completeness. We calibrated our results to the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017. All countries displayed over a 40-fold difference in HIV mortality between municipalities with the highest and lowest age-standardized HIV mortality rate in the last year of study for men, and over a 20-fold difference for women. Despite decreases in national HIV mortality in all countries—apart from Ecuador—across the period of study, we found broad variation in relative changes in HIV mortality at the municipality level and increasing relative inequality over time in all countries. In all six countries included in this analysis, 50% or more HIV deaths were concentrated in fewer than 10% of municipalities in the latest year of study. In addition, national age patterns reflected shifts in mortality to older age groups—the median age group among decedents ranged from 30 to 45 years of age at the municipality level in Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico in 2017. Our subnational estimates of HIV mortality revealed significant spatial variation and erging local trends in HIV mortality over time and by age. This analysis provides a framework for incorporating data and uncertainty from incomplete VR systems and can help guide more geographically precise public health intervention to support HIV-related care and reduce HIV-related deaths.
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Date: 2016
DOI: 10.1039/C6RA13843H
Abstract: Secondary gelation is an important but overlooked element which has a significant impact on the quality of liquid-core hydrogel beads (LHB).
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 21-12-2023
DOI: 10.1002/WFP2.12056
Abstract: Food supply chains worldwide are under threat from food adulteration and food fraud during various stages of production and storage, and the incidence of such fraudulent practices has been increasing. Many food regulatory authorities have been established over the years on either side of the globe, contributing to food safety and the creation of awareness regarding food frauds. One of the world's most populous countries, Pakistan is home to a multicultural and multiethnic society, and the people across the country consume a variety of processed and non‐processed foods. In this regard, multiple food safety and food quality control standards are in place, aimed at alleviation of food fraud, and production and provision of safe food in Pakistan. Moreover, many regulatory bodies such as the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority, apart from providing food consultation, testing, and certification services, are working to regulate and enforce quality standards, ensuring safe food production and distribution, and correct labeling. At the provincial level, regulatory bodies are actively working to achieve similar objectives, and their portfolio includes inspections of food establishments throughout their respective jurisdictions and the imposition of penalties for violations.
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 13-01-2021
DOI: 10.1007/S10389-019-01188-9
Abstract: Saudi Arabia’s health care system has undergone major changes in recent years to enhance the quality of the services it renders to the community. This study is designed to measure the quality of health care services from the patients’ perspective and to compare the service quality of public and private hospitals in the eastern region of Saudi Arabia. The study has a quantitative cross-sectional design, with a questionnaire based on the SERVQUAL dimensional model. It was a random s le of 258 inpatients at private and public hospitals in Eastern Saudi Arabia. Patients at private hospitals perceived a higher level of quality of the health care services ( t = 3.390, p 0.01). Further research on the financial and leadership dimensions of health care quality will contribute to improved planning for health care services.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 28-02-2014
DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2011.645087
Abstract: Micronutrient deficiency especially the iron deficiency is the bane of our lives, affecting all strata of society. Unfortunately, the women during pregnancy, adolescence, and children are under this curse particularly in developing countries like Pakistan. It is one of the biggest reasons of complications during pregnancy and malnourished children under five years of age. Maternal death, still-births, and underweight births are most common consequences of iron deficiency and these outbreaks as iron-deficiency anemia in Pakistan. Disastrous nature of iron deficiency requires an urgent call to eradicate it. Hence, the solution should not be frail comparing with the huge economic loss and other incompatibilities. Flour fortification, supplementation, dietary ersification, and especially maternal education are possible solutions for combating this micronutrient deficiency.
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 25-05-2014
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 06-2014
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 11-05-2012
DOI: 10.3109/09637486.2012.687365
Abstract: Four treatments (roasting, germination, autoclaving and an application of 0.5% EDTA+0.5% sodium hydroxide) were used to reduce the beany flavour of soya beans to produce a soy-based beverage. While germination significantly increased the protein level as compared to the other treatments, the maximum reduction of the beany flavour was achieved by the 0.5% EDTA+0.5% sodium hydroxide application. The soya beans that underwent this treatment were used during the second phase for optimized beverage formulation. During the second phase, a beverage was prepared according to different formulations and analysed for chemical composition and total viable count during a two-month storage period. During storage, the beverage s les exhibited variations in several parameters. The acidity, reducing sugars and total sugars increased, while the ascorbic acid, total soluble solids and pH decreased. Overall, chemical and microbial analyses showed the stability of the product during the storage period.
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH
Date: 22-04-2019
Publisher: ALOKI Ltd
Date: 2017
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 02-07-2020
DOI: 10.1038/S41591-020-0972-7
Abstract: An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via a link at the top of the paper.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 18-07-2017
Publisher: Chemical Society of Pakistan
Date: 2023
DOI: 10.52568/001197/JCSP/45.01.2023
Abstract: Pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables are of major health concern around the world. Some of these pesticide residues are extremely toxic and can become a major causative factor for various diseases such as cardiovascular disorders (CVDs), lung, endocrine, and nervous system damage, as well as the circulatory system, and reproductive system problems. This study was aimed at investigating the effectiveness of saponins isolated from alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) seeds for mitigating cypermethrin residues on apples (Malus domestica Borkh.) in comparison to tap water, citric acid, and baking soda. Cypermethrin concentration applied to apples was 1 ml/L. After washing the apples with varying concentrations of different washing solutions, analysis for cypermethrin residues was performed using a UV/VIS spectrophotometer at a wavelength of 535 nm. The maximal removal of residues recorded for baking soda, tap water, and citric acid was 92.98, 72.50, and 74.59 % respectively. Saponins exhibited a maximum of 13.90 % of residual removal which was not as effective as other washing agents.
Publisher: Elsevier
Date: 2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 11-2018
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 2018
Publisher: Elsevier
Date: 2019
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 14-06-2022
Publisher: Elsevier
Date: 2018
Publisher: Korean Society for Microbiology and Biotechnology
Date: 28-08-2015
Abstract: The rhizospheric zone abutting plant roots usually clutches a wealth of microbes. In the recent past, enormous genetic resources have been excavated with potential applications in host plant interaction and ancillary aspects. Two Pseudomonas strains were isolated and identified through 16S rRNA and rpoD sequence analyses as P. fluorescens QAU67 and P. putida QAU90. Initial biochemical characterization and their root-colonizing traits indicated their potential role in plant growth promotion. Such aerobic systems, involved in gluconic acid production and phosphate solubilization, essentially require the pyrroloquinoline quinine (PQQ)- dependent glucose dehydrogenase (GDH) in the genome. The PCR screening and lification of GDH and PQQ and subsequent induction of mutagenesis characterized their possible role as antioxidants as well as in growth promotion, as probed in vitro in lettuce and in vivo in rice, bean, and tomato plants. The results showed significant differences (p < or = 0.05) in parameters of plant height, fresh weight, and dry weight, etc., deciphering a clear and in fact complementary role of GDH and PQQ in plant growth promotion. Our study not only provides direct evidence of the in vivo role of GDH and PQQ in host plants but also reveals their functional inadequacy in the event of mutation at either of these loci.
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 03-11-2022
DOI: 10.1108/AGJSR-09-2022-0164
Abstract: The novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) variant of 2019 has taken more than 3.8 million lives according to the World Health Organization. To stop the spread of such a deadly and contagious disease, lockdown of varying nature was imposed worldwide. Lockdown, preventive techniques and observation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) have effectively decreased the spread of contagious diseases but have affected various businesses and industries economically. The food industry has been hit hard by different restriction parameters, due to which a disruption in food supply and demand was observed. Therefore, this study aims to study this disruption in the supply chain of processed food. A comprehensive review was conducted on PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus to locate articles on processed foods, food delivery and supply chain. The selected articles were evaluated using the context analysis method. The pandemic situation has increased the consumption and demand for processed food products from retail stores, and decreased the demand for food service products. These circumstances called for technological advancement in the field of food supply from farm to fork. This study reviews research articles, policies and secondary literature. Several advances have been made to deliver safe, nutritious and wholesome food to consumers. Block chain-based food supply chains, value stream mapping, sustainable supply chain domain and online ordering systems via mobile apps have been discussed in correspondence with information and communication technology (ICT) during COVID-19. This study concludes that the use of advanced software and its adequate knowledge by suppliers, logistics companies and consumers have assisted in handling shocks to the global food system and provided in-time food delivery, traceability, database information and securely processed food to consumers. This study shows the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on global food systems disruption in food demand and supply chain is overlooked and changed use of technological advances in food supply chain to tackle pandemic online food ordering system gained popularity and improved technically. The review highlights the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on global food systems. The disruption in food demand and supply chain is overlooked and changed. The use of technological advances in the food supply chain to tackle the pandemic. The online food ordering system gained popularity and improved technically.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2020
Publisher: American Chemical Society (ACS)
Date: 18-06-2019
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 21-12-2015
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 28-02-2014
DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2011.638424
Abstract: The argan tree (Argania spinosa L. Skeels), an endemic tree in Morocco, is the most remarkable species in North Africa, due to its botanical and bioecologic interest as well as its social value. Argan oil is traditionally well known for its cardioprotective properties and it is also used in the treatment of skin infections. This paper gives an overview of scientific literature available on nutritional and pharmacologic properties of argan oil. Owing to its unique organoleptic properties associated with its cardioprotective properties, argan oil has found, recently, its place in the highly competitive international edible oil market. This success is a very positive sign for the preservation of the argan tree, the argan forests and, therefore, in general, the bio ersity.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 07-2019
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 04-2018
DOI: 10.1016/J.FOODRES.2018.01.017
Abstract: Açaí berry is the fruit of an Amazonian palm tree and rich in anthocyanins (ACNs). Scientific studies have proven the health benefits of açaí berry and declared this fruit as "super fruit". ACNs have high antioxidant activities, but they are unstable and can easily deteriorate during food processing. In order to protect ACNs and increase their applicability, food-grade water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions were successfully formulated with different concentrations of açaí berry extracts (AEs). The formulated W/O nanoemulsions were relatively stable, with no phase separation after 30 days of storage. The average droplet size varied between 146.8 and 814.8 nm, with higher values corresponding to s les without AEs. All W/O nanoemulsion s les exhibited antioxidant activity and high retention rates of polyphenols after 30 days of storage. ACN retention followed first-order kinetics, with high protection of ACNs observed in emulsified s les. 2% AE encapsulated in a 30 wt% W/O nanoemulsion had an estimated half-life of 385 days. The results indicate that stable nanoemulsion systems with high ACN protection can be produced with possible applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 02-2021
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 16-08-2017
DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2017.1323724
Abstract: This review provides an overview of microchannel emulsification (MCE) for production of functional monodispersed emulsion droplets. The main emphasis has been put on functional bioactives encapsulation using grooved-type and straight-through microchannel array plates. MCE successfully encapsulates the bioactives like β-carotene, oleuropein, γ-oryzanol, β-sitosterol, L-ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid derivatives, vitamin D and quercetin. These bioactives were encapsulated in a variety of delivery systems like simple and multiple emulsions, polymeric particles, microgels, solid lipid particles and functional vesicles. The droplet generation process in MCE is based upon spontaneous transformation of interfaces rather than high energy shear stress systems. The scale-up of MCE can increase the productivity of monodispersed droplets >100 L h
Publisher: BMJ
Date: 08-01-2020
DOI: 10.1136/INJURYPREV-2019-043296
Abstract: The epidemiological transition of non-communicable diseases replacing infectious diseases as the main contributors to disease burden has been well documented in global health literature. Less focus, however, has been given to the relationship between sociodemographic changes and injury. The aim of this study was to examine the association between disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) from injury for 195 countries and territories at different levels along the development spectrum between 1990 and 2017 based on the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2017 estimates. Injury mortality was estimated using the GBD mortality database, corrections for garbage coding and CODEm—the cause of death ensemble modelling tool. Morbidity estimation was based on surveys and inpatient and outpatient data sets for 30 cause-of-injury with 47 nature-of-injury categories each. The Socio-demographic Index (SDI) is a composite indicator that includes lagged income per capita, average educational attainment over age 15 years and total fertility rate. For many causes of injury, age-standardised DALY rates declined with increasing SDI, although road injury, interpersonal violence and self-harm did not follow this pattern. Particularly for self-harm opposing patterns were observed in regions with similar SDI levels. For road injuries, this effect was less pronounced. The overall global pattern is that of declining injury burden with increasing SDI. However, not all injuries follow this pattern, which suggests multiple underlying mechanisms influencing injury DALYs. There is a need for a detailed understanding of these patterns to help to inform national and global efforts to address injury-related health outcomes across the development spectrum.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2020
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 2014
DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2011.630541
Abstract: This paper reviews research published in recent years concerning the effects of zinc deficiency, its consequences, and possible solutions. Zinc is an essential trace element necessary for over 300 zinc metalloenzymes and required for normal nucleic acid, protein, and membrane metabolism. Zinc deficiency is one of the ten biggest factors contributing to burden of disease in developing countries. Populations in South Asia, South East Asia, and sub-Saharan Africa are at greatest risk of zinc deficiency. Zinc intakes are inadequate for about a third of the population and stunting affects 40% of preschool children. In Pakistan, zinc deficiency is an emerging health problem as about 20.6% children are found in the levels of zinc, below 60 μg/dL. Signs and symptoms caused by zinc deficiency are poor appetite, weight loss, and poor growth in childhood, delayed healing of wounds, taste abnormalities, and mental lethargy. As body stores of zinc decline, these symptoms worsen and are accompanied by diarrhea, recurrent infection, and dermatitis. Daily zinc requirements for an adult are 12-16 mg/day. Iron, calcium and phytates inhibit the absorption of zinc therefore simultaneous administration should not be prescribed. Zinc deficiency and its effects are well known but the ways it can help in treatment of different diseases is yet to be discovered. Improving zinc intakes through dietary improvements is a complex task that requires considerable time and effort. The use of zinc supplements, dietary modification, and fortifying foods with zinc are the best techniques to combat its deficiency.
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 18-01-2021
Publisher: Medknow
Date: 2012
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 16-07-2022
DOI: 10.1111/IJFS.15952
Abstract: Mozzarella cheese is a fermented product comprised of 30–45% milk fat on a dry basis. The milk fat gives the mozzarella its desirable stretchable properties which are demanding in food processing industries. The current study was designed to use okra mucilage as a carbohydrate‐based fat replacer to prepare low fat mozzarella cheese. For this purpose, the different concentrations of okra mucilage (0.25 to 1.0% (v/v)) were used. The fat contents were significantly reduced in all treatments and the addition of okra mucilage with a concentration of 0.25% (T 2 ) was considered best for its organoleptic properties and 1% (T 4 ) has a positive impact on the textural, functional attributes of low‐fat mozzarella cheese.
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Date: 2018
DOI: 10.1039/C8RA00589C
Abstract: Since the last decade, various genome sequencing projects have led to the accumulation of an enormous set of genomic data however, numerous protein-coding genes still need to be functionally characterized.
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 11-10-2016
DOI: 10.1007/S10482-016-0778-2
Abstract: A Gram-staining positive, non-motile, rod-shaped, catalase positive and oxidase negative bacterium, designated NCCP-1331
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 09-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 09-2020
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 07-2018
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2020
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Date: 2023
DOI: 10.1039/D2RA07338B
Abstract: A novel exopolysaccharide (EPS) was obtained from Levilactobacillus brevis NCCP 963 isolated from a black carrot drink named “kanji”.
Publisher: ALOKI Ltd
Date: 2016
Publisher: The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition
Date: 30-06-2023
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 12-2013
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 20-04-2020
DOI: 10.1038/S41591-020-0807-6
Abstract: A double burden of malnutrition occurs when in iduals, household members or communities experience both undernutrition and overweight. Here, we show geospatial estimates of overweight and wasting prevalence among children under 5 years of age in 105 low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) from 2000 to 2017 and aggregate these to policy-relevant administrative units. Wasting decreased overall across LMICs between 2000 and 2017, from 8.4% (62.3 (55.1–70.8) million) to 6.4% (58.3 (47.6–70.7) million), but is predicted to remain above the World Health Organization’s Global Nutrition Target of % in over half of LMICs by 2025. Prevalence of overweight increased from 5.2% (30 (22.8–38.5) million) in 2000 to 6.0% (55.5 (44.8–67.9) million) children aged under 5 years in 2017. Areas most affected by double burden of malnutrition were located in Indonesia, Thailand, southeastern China, Botswana, Cameroon and central Nigeria. Our estimates provide a new perspective to researchers, policy makers and public health agencies in their efforts to address this global childhood syndemic.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2020
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 20-04-2022
Publisher: Wiley
Date: 24-10-2017
DOI: 10.1111/IJFS.13601
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Date: 06-04-2019
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Date: 29-03-2023
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 04-2018
DOI: 10.1016/J.FOODCHEM.2017.12.008
Abstract: In this study, we formulated and stabilized oil-in-water nanoemulsions using a crude extract from argan press-cake as sole emulsifier. Various extracts from argan press-cake were prepared in order to select the most surface-active one(s) foreseeing emulsions preparation. Fifty percent (v/v) ethanolic extract reduced the interfacial tension to a minimum value at both MCT oil and soybean oil interfaces (12.7 and 10.5 mN m
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 25-07-2022
DOI: 10.3390/MD20080477
Abstract: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic and potentially fatal ailment caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and remains a major health problem worldwide. In recent years, the research focus has shifted to a greater emphasis on complementing treatment regimens involving conventional antiretroviral (ARV) drug therapies with novel lead structures isolated from various marine organisms that have the potential to be utilized as therapeutics for the management of HIV-AIDS. The present review summarizes the recent developments regarding bioactive peptides sourced from various marine organisms. This includes a discussion encompassing the potential of these novel marine bioactive peptides with regard to antiretroviral activities against HIV, preparation, purification, and processing techniques, in addition to insight into the future trends with an emphasis on the potential of exploration and evaluation of novel peptides to be developed into effective antiretroviral drugs.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 27-09-2021
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 12-2019
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 27-11-2013
DOI: 10.1007/S10482-013-0077-0
Abstract: The taxonomic status of a bacterium, strain NCCP-246(T), isolated from rhizosphere of Vigna mungo, was determined using a polyphasic taxonomic approach. The strain NCCP-246(T) can grow at 16-37 °C (optimum 32 °C), at pH ranges of 6-8 (optimum growth occurs at pH 7) and in 0-4 % (w/v) NaCl. Phylogenetic analysis based upon on 16S rRNA gene sequence comparison revealed that strain NCCP-246(T) belonged to genus Sphingobacterium. Strain NCCP-246(T) showed highest similarity to the type strain of Sphingobacterium canadense CR11(T) (97.67 %) and less than 97 % with other species of the genus. The DNA-DNA relatedness value of strain NCCP-246(T) with S. canadense CR11(T) and Sphingobacterium thalpophilum JCM 21153(T) was 55 and 44.4 %, respectively. The chemotaxonomic data revealed the major menaquinone as MK-7 and dominant cellular fatty acids were summed feature 3 [C16:1 ω7c/C16:1 ω6c] (37.07 %), iso-C15:0 (28.03 %), C16:0 (11.85 %), C17:0 cyclo (8.84 %) and C14:0 (2.42 %). The G+C content of the strain was 39.2 mol%. On the basis of DNA-DNA hybridization, phylogenetic analyses, physiological and, biochemical data, strain NCCP-246(T) can be differentiated from the validly named members of genus Sphingobacterium and thus represents as a new species, for which the name, Sphingobacterium pakistanensis sp. nov. is proposed with the type strain NCCP-246(T) (= JCM18974 (T) = KCTC 23914(T)).
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 21-01-2023
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 06-2020
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 10-2022
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 16-11-2022
DOI: 10.3390/SU142215172
Abstract: (1) Background: During COVID-19, disruption in food demand and supply chain led to changes in food choices in response to consumer demand, frequency of delivered items, and production setup during a pandemic. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of quality and nutritional attributes on consumer food consumption behavior, attitude, and practices. (2) Methods: In this regard, cross-sectional survey research was conducted through a structured questionnaire. (3) Results: The results of the study showed that there was no difference in the receptiveness of COVID-19 infection between both genders. Quality perspective (p = 0.001) was deemed a significant positive predictor in the change of food consumption patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also stated price (p = 0.045) and purity (p = 0.009) as a quality factor while sugar (p = 0.028) and fiber (p = 0.034) content, as nutritional attributes, influenced the consumption frequency of food groups. The overall experience of online shopping was in the neutral category. (4) Conclusions: It was concluded that food quality cues as well as nutritional attributes affected consumer food choices during the COVID-19 pandemic regardless of gender. Online shopping trends were influenced but overall experience remained neutral during the pandemic.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 06-2020
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 30-03-2023
DOI: 10.1108/AGJSR-11-2022-0258
Abstract: Potato-based snacks (PBS) are widely popular among people of all age groups despite known negative health aspects. University students, due to their busy routines and less familiarity with diets are more prone to selecting unhealthy meals and snacks. The study aims to explore the outlook of university students regarding their consumption of processed and packaged PBS in their daily lives and compares gender’s PBS choices with dietary habits and food environment. A total of 122 students from various universities across Pakistan were included in this study. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire and distributed using the snowball method. The university students showed a significant difference in their living habits ( p = 0.016), where 25.4% of enrolled male students were hostellers as compared to females (14.8%). Significant differences were noticed in choosing PBS that further depends on the familiarity of the product, ( p = 0.030), where 9.0% of female students rated familiarity with the product as being important while 20.5% of males responded familiarity as a critical factor. Studying the usual location oint of purchase for a PBS, a significant difference was observed ( p = 0.008%) where more male students (27.9%) choose to buy their PBS from a local convenience store as compared to female students (18.9%). Female students (13.1%) would rather choose to buy their PBS on their weekly grocery runs. This study concluded that female and male students’ attitudes regarding the consumption of PBS were almost the same regardless of environment and brand repute. Highlights Dietary behavioral studies of consumption of PBS The environment and brand reputation have no impact on the consumption of PBS Gender differences have no impact on the selection of PBS Awareness and healthy selection of PBS are critical factors that need to be focused
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 03-05-2023
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 02-2018
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Date: 2020
DOI: 10.1039/D0RA07756A
Abstract: Crude saponins isolated from onion skin waste were studied to minimize the interfacial tension at oil–water interfaces, and to evaluate important factors on the formulation and characterization of nanoemulsions stabilized by these saponins as a new natural emulsifier.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 2019
DOI: 10.1016/J.IJBIOMAC.2018.10.144
Abstract: Complex coacervation is a highly promising microencapsulation technique that is extensively employed in pharmaceutical, food, agriculture and textile industries. The process involves the interaction of oppositely charged polyelectrolytes in aqueous form. High payload and high encapsulation efficiency (up to 99%), relatively lower cost of processing, ability to use food-grade shell materials and synthesis at ambient temperature makes coacervation an appropriate choice in food and agrochemical industries. Various works have been documented using different polymer systems and core-shell combinations. This review paper intends to summarize some of the recent advances in complex coacervation for use in the food and agriculture areas. Current status and future trends of plant proteins utilization for complex coacervation have been reviewed. It is expected that this review will be a useful resource for material scientists, food technologists and food engineers.
Publisher: Elsevier BV
Date: 08-2017
Publisher: FapUNIFESP (SciELO)
Date: 09-2014
DOI: 10.1590/S1517-83822014000300031
Abstract: In the present study, s les of rhizosphere and root nodules were collected from different areas of Pakistan to isolate plant growth promoting rhizobacteria. Identification of bacterial isolates was made by 16S rRNA gene sequence analysis and taxonomical confirmation on EzTaxon Server. The identified bacterial strains were belonged to 5 genera i.e. Ensifer, Bacillus, Pseudomona, Leclercia and Rhizobium. Phylogenetic analysis inferred from 16S rRNA gene sequences showed the evolutionary relationship of bacterial strains with the respective genera. Based on phylogenetic analysis, some candidate novel species were also identified. The bacterial strains were also characterized for morphological, physiological, biochemical tests and glucose dehydrogenase (gdh) gene that involved in the phosphate solublization using cofactor pyrroloquinolone quinone (PQQ). Seven rhizoshperic and 3 root nodulating stains are positive for gdh gene. Furthermore, this study confirms a novel association between microbes and their hosts like field grown crops, leguminous and non-leguminous plants. It was concluded that a erse group of bacterial population exist in the rhizosphere and root nodules that might be useful in evaluating the mechanisms behind plant microbial interactions and strains QAU-63 and QAU-68 have sequence similarity of 97 and 95% which might be declared as novel after further taxonomic characterization.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 28-02-2014
DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2011.644353
Abstract: The legume Arachis hypogaea, commonly known as peanut or groundnut, is a very important food crop throughout the tropics and subtropics. Peanut is one of the most widely used legumes due to its nutrition and taste, and it occupies a rank of major oilseed crop in the world. It has been recognized as a functional food due to its role in a health promoting effect. Peanut oil contains a well-balanced fatty acid and antioxidant profile that provide protection against harmful substances especially free radicals. This paper gives an overview of scientific literature available on phytochemical and functional properties of peanut oil. Owing to its unique organoleptic properties associated with its cardioprotective and anti-inflammatory properties, peanut oil has found, recently, its place on the highly competitive international edible oil market.
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Date: 04-03-2014
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Date: 08-02-2020
Publisher: Emerald
Date: 08-07-2019
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to access the present situation of the Pakistani population that suffers from vitamin D deficiency. A review-based study was conducted based on publications from Pakistan between the years 2008 and 2018. The publications were archived from Pub Med and Google Scholar databases. A total of 18 publications were shortlisted, based on the cutoff values of vitamin D sufficiency, insufficiency and deficiency. As per the data, 38.5 per cent of the participants were males, 48.7 per cent were females and 12.8 per cent of the studies have not mentioned the genders of the participants. The cumulative results show that 58.17 per cent (95 per cent CI: 52.17, 64.16) of the population is vitamin D-deficient and 26.65 per cent (95 per cent CI: 21.63, 31.66) is insufficient in vitamin D. The highest level of vitamin D deficiency was reported from Sindh (62.15 per cent), followed by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (60.57 per cent), Punjab (51.75 per cent) and the Federal Capital (49.25 per cent). Moreover, Cochran’s Q test indicated considerable heterogeneity ( p = .001) with regard to Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) prevalence found among s les from the selected studies. The present analysis suggests that more than half of the Pakistani population suffers from VDD, which, thus, should be considered as an epidemic and treated likewise.
Location: Australia
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